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2024 Chevrolet Silverado 5500 problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 3 complaints on file for the 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 5500 — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but 2 recall campaigns apply to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

3

NHTSA complaints

2

Recalls

0

Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2024 compare to other Silverado 5500 years?

Silverado 5500 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2024 highlighted4 complaints2019: 0 complaints2020: 0 complaints2021: 0 complaints2023: 4 complaints2024: 3 complaints
Silverado 5500 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2024 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 5500 problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Brakes133%
Suspension133%
Tires & Wheels133%

Does the 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 5500 have recalls?

2 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

25V390000BrakesJune 12, 2025 · 62,468 units

Defect

General Motors (GM) is recalling certain 2019-2024 Chevrolet Silverado Medium Duty 4500HD, 5500HD, and 6500HD vehicles. The brake pressure sensor assembly may leak brake fluid into the brake pressure switch and cause a short circuit.

Consequence

An electrical short in the brake pressure switch can overheat the circuit and increase the risk of a fire while driving or parked.

Remedy

Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will replace the brake pressure switch wire harness, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 11, 2025. Owners may contact GM customer assistance number at 1-866-467-9700. GM's number for this recall is N242482680. Vehicles in this recall that were previously repaired under 23V266 will need to have the new remedy completed.

24V738000AirbagsOctober 2, 2024 · 25 units

Defect

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2024 Chevrolet Silverado Medium Duty 4500HD, 5500HD, 6500HD vehicles. The air bag sensing and diagnostic module (SDM) may not have been activated during installation.

Consequence

Inactive air bags will not deploy in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy

A Navistar technician will activate the air bag module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 1, 2024. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N242477760.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“In August of 2025 I purchased a Chevy MD 5500 from Paul Masse, Inc., in RI. From the time of delivery the truck had a serious shake while operating. Paul Masse, Inc., told me that the tires had flat spots from sitting on the lot prior to purchase. As time went on the dealership placed two new sets…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Tires & Wheels · April 13, 2026

“In August of 2025 I purchased a Chevy MD 5500 from Paul Masse, Inc., in RI. From the time of delivery the truck had a serious shake while operating. Paul Masse, Inc., told me that the tires had flat spots from sitting on the lot prior to purchase. As time went on the dealership placed two new sets…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes · April 13, 2026

“In August of 2025 I purchased a Chevy MD 5500 from Paul Masse, Inc., in RI. From the time of delivery the truck had a serious shake while operating. Paul Masse, Inc., told me that the tires had flat spots from sitting on the lot prior to purchase. As time went on the dealership placed two new sets…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Suspension · April 13, 2026

2024 Chevrolet Silverado 5500 — common questions

Is the 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 5500 reliable?

The record is thin — 3 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 2 recalls should be verified as completed.

Does the 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 5500 have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns affecting the 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 5500. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.